Westerville • August 19, 2025
Good morning, Westerville. Only 5% of businesses are fully leveraging artificial intelligence's potential, according to OSU President Ted Carter, who's positioning the university to become a national AI innovation leader. As Columbus emerges as an artificial intelligence hub, Carter's vision extends beyond basic chatbot applications to include expanded paid internships, giving students hands-on experience in this rapidly evolving field.
Meanwhile, community conversations about history and identity continue as residents gathered at Whetstone Park to explore options for the controversial Columbus monument. The "Reimagining Columbus" team presented various scenarios along wooded paths, collecting public input through interactive elements. On a high-tech note, the Columbus Air Show is about to get an impressive upgrade with the Navy's new mixed-reality "Strike Group" exhibit at Rickenbacker, where visitors can launch virtual F-35C jets or navigate submarines beneath the Arctic ice.
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🤖 OSU President pushes AI integration beyond basic chatbot usage. Ted Carter emphasized that only 5% of businesses are fully embracing artificial intelligence's potential beyond simple applications like ChatGPT. The Ohio State University leader is positioning the institution to become a national leader in AI innovation during the Trump administration. Carter's vision also includes expanding paid internship opportunities for students to gain practical experience. His leadership comes as Columbus is increasingly recognized as an emerging hub for artificial intelligence development and investment.
🗿 Columbus statue's future takes center stage at community event. Residents gathered at Whetstone Park on August 16 to explore potential scenarios for the controversial Columbus monument. The "Reimagining Columbus" team, led by Designing Local, presented various options and engaged visitors in discussions along wooded paths. Advisory committee members shared perspectives while interactive elements, including nature walks, complemented the community engagement effort. The event aimed to gather public input on how to address the statue's future in a thoughtful, inclusive manner.
🚀 Navy brings cutting-edge mixed-reality experience to Columbus Air Show. Visitors can immerse themselves in "Strike Group," a new interactive exhibit showcasing Navy STEM careers at Rickenbacker International Airport from August 22-24. The experience features three challenges: "All Hands" lets teams launch an F-35C jet from an aircraft carrier, "Train" tests physical and mental abilities under SEAL guidance, and "Seek" simulates a submarine mission near the North Pole. According to Rear Admiral Waters, the exhibit demonstrates how technology and teamwork are vital to "the most highly skilled, technologically advanced military force in the world."
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